medium · NCLEX-RN Safety and Infection Prevention and Control
Which action by the nurse demonstrates a correct application of standard precautions?
- Wearing gloves when there is potential contact with any mucous membrane.
- Recapping used needles before disposing of them in the sharps container.
- Washing hands only when they are visibly soiled with blood or stool.
- Using a mask and gown for every client interaction regardless of the procedure.
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